Are you committed to professional development and networking?

One of the most important investments you can make in your business is training, development and networking. By attending regular training courses you will get new ideas, skills and perspectives, which will inspire and motivate you to improve the way you to business. During networking, you aren't just building your database and expanding your network, but your also able to see how other businesses are facing challenges, share ideas and ask for help if you need it.

There are lots of great training courses and networking events going on, keep your eyes out for them here on Costa Women. I also wanted to share four free events which have just been announced by co-working and office centre Our Space in Marbella.

9th May 9.30-10.30am - Networking with businessINFIT

businessINFIT is company dedicated to helping businesses develop through networking, training and coaching. They are organising a morning networking session at Our Space to bring together like-minded business professionals.

11th May 5-6pm, Training Session - Marketing Planning for Success

Georgina Shaw from Shaw Marketing Services is giving a one hour presentation which will explain the importance of marketing planning in order to offer your business the best chance for success. She will give advice and tips for producing an excellent marketing plan and explain the different areas of the business to consider when doing so. All participants will be given a professional marketing plan template.

18th May 1-2pm Training session - Find your Buyer Persona

President of Costa Women and online marketing expert Ali Meehan is presenting a one-hour workshop about “Finding your Buyer Persona”. During this session, she will explain how to build and develop your ideal client persona and why it is important to do so!

26th May 6-9pm Friday Night Networking

Entrepreneurs and business owners are invited to attend a relaxed networking evening to meet the dynamic businesses based at Our Space and many other local companies, exchange cards and build contacts over a few drinks and nibbles.

Our Space Marbella is located in the Oasis Business Centre on the Golden Mile, and currently offers entrepreneurs 6,000 square feet of workspace, with a further 1,300 in construction and due to open by the end of June. Designed by Emmy-nominated Hollywood Set Designer Carlos Barbosa, this beautiful office space is an inspirational setting to boost productivity and creativity.

Hot Desk memberships are 199€ per month and allow 24/7 access to all the exciting co-working locations and facilities and are ideal for entrepreneurs wanting flexible work space when and where they want it. Find out more www.ourspace.work/marbella.